Google Buys Nest Labs

In another big hardware move for Google, the company announced Monday that it has greed to purchase Nest Labs for $3.2 billion.

“Nest’s founders, Tony Fadell and Matt Rogers, have built a tremendous team that we are excited to welcome into the Google family,” Google CEO Larry Page said in a statement.

“They’re already delivering amazing products you can buy right now–thermostats that save energy and smoke/CO alarms that can help keep your family safe. We are excited to bring great experiences to more homes in more countries and fulfill their dreams!”

“We’re thrilled to join Google,” founder Tony Fadell said. “With their support, Nest will be even better placed to build simple, thoughtful devices that make life easier at home, and that have a positive impact on the world.”